5.2 Replacing the forks
WARNING!
Faulty fork tines can cause accidents
Faulty fork tines can cause the load to fall.
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Do not operate the truck with faulty forks.
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If one fork tine is damaged, both fork tines must be replaced.
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Report any defects immediately to your supervisor.
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Tag out faulty forks and withdraw them from use.
CAUTION!
Injury risk when replacing forks
The forks can slide off the fork carriage when being replaced. As a result you could
injure your legs.
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Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. safety boots etc.) when replacing the
forks.
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Always push the forks away from your body, never towards it.
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Secure heavy forks with lifting slings and a crane before pushing them down from
the fork carriage.
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After replacing the forks fit the extension safety mechanism and make sure it is
seated correctly in the fork carriage.
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